🏛️ Verified NIH Record • Updated 2026-08-06

Imaging Biomarkers of FOG Response to DBS (NCT06951906)

Imaging Biomarkers of Freezing of Gait Response to Deep Brain Stimulation

🟢 Recruiting Phase4 📋 Clinical Research Protocol Sponsor: Medical University of South Carolina

🩺 Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)

For this study, the investigators are recruiting 54 individuals with Parkinson's Disease and Freezing of Gait (FOG) who are planning to undergo Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS). The objective of this study is to better understand the FOG response to DBS. Prior to DBS, participants will undergo an MRI scan, behavioral assessment related to walking, a cognitive evaluation, and assessment of other Parkinson's disease symptoms. Following DBS, participants will repeat these assessments at multiple timepoints over the period of one year. Overall, participants will complete a total of 7 visits over a period of approximately 1 year.

Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.

Location: Medical University of South Carolina — Charleston, South Carolina

Age range: 40 Years

🧪 Interventions in This Study

  • fMRI (DIAGNOSTIC_TEST)

📋 "Do I Qualify?" — 1-Minute Self Screener

Instant Checklist

Full eligibility criteria are available on the official NIH protocol. View the criteria ↗

📍 All Participating Trial Locations (1 Sites)

  • Medical University of South Carolina — Charleston, South Carolina

📞 Contact the Study Coordinator

Phone: (843) 792-0235

Email: malakout@musc.edu

Coordinator details come directly from the registered NIH protocol. Confirm the study is still recruiting before traveling.

💰 Cost, Insurance & Patient Rights

  • 100% Free Items: The investigational treatment and protocol-required procedures are supplied at zero cost by the sponsor.
  • Routine Patient Care: Under federal law (ACA § 2709) and many state statutes, routine care costs are covered during participation.
  • Voluntary Participation: You may withdraw at any time without affecting your standard medical care.

Explore by condition: All Freezing of Gait Symptoms in Parkinson's Disease clinical trials

💡 How to Participate

  1. Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
  2. Contact the study coordinator using the phone/email above.
  3. Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
  4. Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.
🏛️ View Official NIH Record ↗